3 Ways Yoga Increases Sleep Quality

A good night’s rest is always a treasure. Without being well rested, life can be depressing and you may not look as well as you ought to look, your moods aren’t as happy, and your sex life isn’t nearly as fabulous if you’re not getting quality sleep.

The fact is that insomnia and sleeplessness affect many people. What causes them? Among other things, changing one’s sleeping environment, pain, doing shift work, depression or anxiety, illnesses like those resulting from breathing trouble, and urinary problems. The results? Low energy levels, chronic fatigue, moodiness, a lack of motivation, and being unproductive.

Yoga is one of few activities you can do that promote wellness on a whole-body level, psychologically and physically, without imbalances. The result is perfect harmony between your mind, your body, and the surrounding universe around you.

3 Ways Yoga Increases Sleep Quality

1. Yoga Reduces Sleep Needs

Some people say that every minute of yoga you do means you need a minute less sleep. This means that practicing yoga is a great time investment both for the health benefits and also for your sleep.

3. Yoga Relieves Stress and Some Sleep Disorders

Practicing yoga goes a long way towards relieving tension and stress, which is a factor common to many sleep disorders. When your mind is stuck on negative thoughts, falling asleep is hard. When you’re relaxed and focusing on pleasant things, falling asleep is much easier.

How To Improve Your Sleep

There are few tips you can follow to improve the quality of your sleep.

First, try and get to bed and wake up at the same time (more or less) each night. Exercise regularly throughout your day, which helps tire your body out, helps too — but try not to exercise too close to your bedtime.

Before you go to bed, stay calm, try to relax, and avoid anxiety-provoking situations. A cup of lavender or chamomile tea (both caffeine free) often help. Valerian also significantly improves sleep quality and doesn’t have side effects.

Lastly, make sure you’re sleeping on a quality bed. Buying a better mattress can do wonders for your sleep — not to mention your sex life.

April Marshall, proud mother of one beautiful girl. Aspiring photojournalist and creative writer who dabbles in crocheting, knitting, and exploring the great outdoors. Yoga has become a way of life for me and I'm passionate about sharing it with others. Born in London and globe trotting since 1990.

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